1950s
March 29, 1957
“Weis Reviews Current Punch and Julep Show”
By Charles Weis
In a review of University theatrical club Punch and Julep’s musical comedy “A Very Special Occasion,” writer Charles Weis gave particular praise to the actors playing “stock” characters for managing to make potentially boring parts engaging. While he listed small issues with many parts of the production, he ultimately enjoyed the performance, describing it as “a good show.”
1960s
March 28, 1961
“Glee Club Concert Very Successful”
By Richmond Crinkley
Cavalier Daily writer Richmond Crinkley reviewed the University Glee Club’s joint concert with the Emory University Women’s Chorale, praising the former’s performance while criticizing the latter’s. He requested that any future joint concerts be held with “more competent” women’s choruses.
1970s
March 27, 1975
“‘Comic Classic’ Of Another Life, Age”
By Mitchel Eil
Photos by Chuck Fadely
While reviewer Mitchel Eil wrote that he found the Virginia Players’ production of “The Country Wife” entertaining, he noted the difficulties of adapting a play centered in 17th century England into the modern day. Eil described the actors’ performances as “varied,” adding that nearly every performer laughed too much.
1980s
March 30, 1987
“Washington Ballet featured premieres”
By Gayle Morrell
Cartoon by Lori Callahan
The Washington Ballet premiered three productions at the Culbreth Theater — Choo-San Goh’s “Variations Serieuses” and “Configurations” and George Balanchine’s “Scotch Symphony.” Morrell and the audience at large thoroughly enjoyed both “Configurations” and “Scotch Symphony,” with Morrell especially praising the lead dancers. “Variations Serieuses” was less well-received, although it was praised as a calmer alternative to the more intense ballets of the night.
1990s
March 27, 1998
“‘Guys and Dolls’ work hard to prepare for FYP opening night”
By Geoffery Maurer
Photos by Ann Marie Czaban
This article examined the work that goes into putting on a First Year Players production, from auditions to closing night. Maurer interviewed the directors, producer, co-vocal director and actors about their role in the production, giving specific attention to the time and effort that a musical demands.
2000s
March 30, 2006
“Best Jazz on D’earth”
By Christina McArthur
Photos by Michael Grogan
A faculty jazz quintet performed songs representing New Orleans’ influence on the jazz world and music at large. Bassist Pete Spaar, whose family hailed from New Orleans, urged students to remember the city and its people after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. The band paid tribute to New Orleans’s cultural impact with songs from Louis Armstrong, Sidney Bechet and The Meters.
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